Mana Ake Kaimahi

Mana Ake Kaimahi

• Are you passionate about working alongside whānau to enhance their wellbeing
• Are you passionate for the wellbeing of tamariki/children and their whānau/families
• Are you solution orientated with the ability to think outside the box to engage whānau/families

About the organisation

He Waka Tapu is a Kaupapa Māori organisation who have been supporting individuals and the community for 30 years. He Waka Tapu works to increase the health and wellbeing of Whānau.

About the role

Mana Ake Stronger for Tomorrow initiative aims to work with and through school communities to support whānau/families when tamariki/children from years one to eight that are experiencing ongoing challenges that are impacting their wellbeing.

We are looking for an individual who has experience in working in community settings and preferably schools.

This position is a permanent part-time position 32 hours per week.

Skills and experience

• Level 4 minimum qualification or extensive experience relevant to health social services or education.
• Experience in networking and working within the mental health sector other external providers and can work comfortably within these settings on behalf of their whaiora.
• Experience in child health or social support services.
• Excellent computer and client management system knowledge
• Full drivers license.

Benefits and perks

• Competitive remuneration
• Staff wellbeing connection days
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Multiple professional development options
• Life Insurance
• Free gym membership

Our Culture

Me mahitahitātoumoteorangaotewhānau

Working together for the wellbeing of family

Our services aredelivered using akaupapaMāoriframework encompassingTinana(physical well-being) Wairua (spiritual well-being) Hinengaro (mental well-being) Whānau (family well-being).

Manaakitanga

We are respectful and show generosity and care for others ensuring everyones mana is enhanced

Whānaungatanga

We build relationships through shared experiences and working together

Rangatiratanga

We lead by inspiring others to see what is possible

Whakākoako

We all learn

For further information about the work that we do check out our organisation online at

If you wish to apply please do so via Seek and attach your CV and a cover letter to your application.

If you have any questions about the role please contact Lita at

Please note thatApplicants for this position should have the legal right to work in New Zealandand afulldriverslicense.